Direct Support Professional I

Paycom - ATS; North Smithfield (RI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Vacation time and holidays

Sick time and personal days

Retirement plan with employer match

Student loan assistance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Seven Hills Rhode Island is seeking Direct Support Professionals to assist adults with disabilities in residential settings. You’ll promote independence, provide personal care, transportation, and participate in schedules and activities within a supportive team.

The role includes medication administration and documentation, with required CPR/First Aid training and a focus on respectful, person-centered care. Full-time positions include comprehensive benefits and scheduling flexibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Standard driver’s license (Class C or D) is required.
• Experience assisting adults with daily living beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day direct support to adults with disabilities.
• Assist with personal care, activities of daily living, and independence.
• Assist with household tasks, chores, meal prep, shopping, and budgeting.
• Provide transportation when needed and accompany to appointments.
• Administer medications per guidelines and document accurately.

Skills

Compassion

Teamwork

Documentation

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

Medication administration

Job description

Direct Support Professional IPay: $20.00/hour for Per Diem ; $21.00/hour for Regular Part time or Regular Full timeSchedule: Sunday 9am - 4pm, 4pm - 8pm, Monday 4pm - 8pm, Tuesday 4pm - 8pm, Friday 4pm - 8pm, Saturday 4pm - 8pmAre you looking to make a difference and promote healthy and happy lives? Do you have a passion for working with individuals with disabilities and significant life challenges helping them to achieve their fullest potential? If so, consider joining us at Seven Hills Rhode Island where our CORE VALUES include Respect & Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation, and Service to Others.Direct Support Professionals provide assistance to adults with varying disabilities living in one of our residential homes in the community. In this role you will offer each person the maximum level of independence while ensuring that they are living a safe, healthy, and fulfilled life. Community memberships through personal interests and beliefs are encouraged. This position supports continued development of skills and abilities while respecting and celebrating the individuals’ culture, talents, and contributions. The goal is to provide each individual with a comfortable, safe home, keeping them closely connected to family members, friends, and their community.Benefits for Full-Time Employees:Health and Dental Insurance: With generous company contributionGenerous Accrued Paid VacationVacation Cash-Out OptionPaid Personal Days, Holidays and Sick TimeEnhanced Retirement Plan: With generous Employer matchStudent Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contributionTuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework*Benefits are based on position and scheduled hoursWhat You'll Do:Direct Support Professionals are responsible for providing day-to-day services to our program participants. This includes assisting and teaching individuals with personal care and activities of daily living, so individuals always look and feel their best. In this position, you may also provide assistance and teach individuals with household maintenance, laundry, meal preparation, shopping, and budgeting while continually promoting independence. Direct Support Professionals may provide transportation and accompany individuals on appointments, using personal and agency vehicles. Administering medications in accordance with residential guidelines is also required. This position works within a multidisciplinary team following all support plans, including behavior plans, and is responsible for accurate documentation.Direct Support Professionals are provided a paid New Employee Orientation and receive training on CPR/First Aid, Safety Care, Defensive Driving, and Medication Administration. Comprehensive program-specific training at the work site is also provided.Why Join Us?At Seven Hills Foundation, your work can have a lasting impact. If you’re ready for a hands-on role where patience, consistency, and compassion can change a young person’s day—and sometimes their future—apply today!High school diploma/GED/HiSET requiredStandard driver’s license – class C or class D